SCADA engineer

Talan • Houston, TX

9d • $120,000 - $160,000

About The Position

Talan is seeking a SCADA Engineer to manage and develop SCADA systems that support energy asset operations and trading activities. This role is crucial for ensuring reliable connectivity, performance, and integration of energy assets across various environments, operating at the intersection of industrial systems, IT, and trading.

Requirements

• 8+ years in energy, utilities, or power trading environments
• Strong experience with SCADA/GMS platforms and real-time energy operations
• Knowledge of power trading, scheduling, asset dispatch, and ISO/RTO markets (ERCOT a plus)
• Experience with Modbus, OPC, ICCP, and system integrations
• Solid understanding of networking, cybersecurity, and system reliability
• Strong troubleshooting and operational support experience (including on-call)
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
• Comfortable working cross-functionally with trading, operations, IT, and engineering teams

Nice To Haves

• AGC
• cloud/databases
• dashboards/monitoring tools
• leadership experience
• certifications
• French language skills

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the SCADA engineering team, providing guidance and support
• Design, implement, and maintain SCADA and energy management systems
• Ensure connectivity and integration of energy assets (renewables, batteries, thermal assets)
• Collaborate with trading, IT, and infrastructure teams
• Monitor system performance and troubleshoot technical issues
• Ensure compliance with cybersecurity and industry standards
• Support onboarding of new assets and maintain system documentation
• Develop dashboards and tools to improve operational visibility
• Coordinate with external vendors and partners
• Contribute to system architecture and continuous improvement initiatives

Benefits

• Competitive salary between USD $120.000 - US$160.000
• 401(k) retirement plan with company matching
• 15 days of paid vacation per year at hire and up to 27 according to seniority (annual untaken vacation days are cashed out)
• 8 paid holidays + 5 sick days + 2 personal days per year
• Company health, dental, and vision insurance plans + FSA
• Voluntary STD and LTD
• Commuter/transit benefits

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: No Education Listed